What are the advantages of remote KVM?

Remote KVM is a technology that allows users to control one or more computers or servers remotely as if they were physically on site. Normally, this remote control is done via a network that uses the Internet. KVM-over-IP matrix systems are used, for example, to deploy remote KVM extensively.

To transmit the KVM signals over IP, a hardware-based approach such as the KVM matrix places a physical device between the servers and the network connections. A software-based solution transmits KVM signals over the network by installing software on the target computers.

Remote KVM is particularly useful in areas where remote maintenance of servers is required. The technology is also beneficial in industry, where physical access to some machines is impractical or impossible. Remote KVM is an efficient way to monitor, manage and troubleshoot systems without having to be physically present.

What is the difference between remote KVM and other KVM technologies?

Remote KVM allows access and control of computers or servers over the Internet or another network. However, traditional KVM switches require a physical connection and a local presence to control devices. These are some basic differences:

• Worldwide network access via remote KVM

• Greater flexibility as the network can be accessed from virtually any location

• Remote KVM requires better security functions due to the many access options

• A remote system is more easily scalable as it already uses an existing network infrastructure

Using remote KVM improves accessibility and flexibility compared to traditional KVM solutions. However, it also brings with it a number of requirements, particularly in the areas of network security and performance.

G&D has therefore developed the RemoteAccess-CPU, whose systems meet these challenges. It allows virtual machines to be easily integrated into a KVM matrix installation. With the help of the RemoteAccess-GATE, worldwide access to all connected KVM systems is possible in real time.